Inaugural Event · Sept 04, 2026

AFRO FEST
TECH DAY

Empowering Communities, Bridging Gaps, and Driving Innovation through Technology — Friday September 04 · 5PM–8PM

Date

FRIDAY SEPT 04

Time

5PM – 8PM

Venue

Ashton, Millwork Commons

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About the Event

BRIDGING HERITAGE WITH THE HORIZON

The inaugural Afro Fest Tech Day is a landmark initiative designed to bridge the digital divide and foster socioeconomic growth within African and Afro-diasporic communities. By uniting industry leaders, local businesses, and aspiring youth, this event serves as a catalyst for capacity building, resource accessibility, and professional networking.

Through interactive sessions and strategic collaborations, participants will leverage cutting-edge technology and AI tools for sustainable growth.

CORE OBJECTIVES
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BRIDGE THE DIGITAL DIVIDE
Actively reduce the technology gap in underserved communities.
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PROVIDE RESOURCE ACCESS
Direct access to digital tools, funding, and educational resources.
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FOSTER PROFESSIONAL NETWORKS
Connect industry leaders with African and Afro-diasporic talent.
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INSPIRE INNOVATION
Equip youth and small businesses with AI tools for daily operations.
Event Schedule

FRIDAY SEPT 04 PROGRAM

5:00 – 6:00 PM
NETWORKING & PARTNER BOOTHS
Visit informational displays from: MCC, UNO AI CCORE, Creighton University School of Law, Nebraska Medicine, FiberFirst, Buildertrend
6:00 – 7:00 PM
FLASH PANELS — THREE DISCUSSIONS
1. Applied AI and Robotics (Dr. Santoch AI Institute, Dr. Subu of UNO AI COORE)
2. Ethics in AI, the Human Factor (Adrian S. Wisnicki Ph.D, Daphney Cook, Terri Sanders, Ciara of Omaha Star)
3. AI and Culture (Kethro, Marcy Yates, Deion — moderated by Ciara of Street A&R)
7:00 – 7:45 PM
AI FOR SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOP — POWERED BY GOOGLE
Led by Midlands African Chamber, MCC SBDC and UNO AI CCORE. Grow With Google free resources — 30-min workshop followed by live Q&A session.
Cornerstone Partners

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